HR Coordinator

Full Time | Permanent | Term Time Only (plus 2 days during summer break)

38 hours per week

Salary range €30,000 – €32,000, dependent on experience and qualifications

We’relooking for a proactive and organised HR Coordinator to play a key role insupporting our vibrant school community. If you’re an experienced HRprofessional fluent in Italian and English, with a strong understanding ofItalian labour law and a passion for helping people thrive, we’d love to hearfrom you.

About the School – Florence Bilingual School

Florence Bilingual School (FBS) is a bilingualItalian/English school that has been active since 1973. Accredited by CambridgeInternational, FBS promotes an educational approach and curriculum aimed at thedevelopment of each student’s confidence, creativity, and autonomy. Since 2021,FBS has been part of the international Cognita Schools group, an extraordinarycommunity of diverse yet connected schools spanning sixteen differentcountries.

With 50 years of experience, our school offers a high-profile education thatskilfully combines tradition and innovation. We prepare students to succeed inlife by cultivating a global perspective and a fervent passion for learning. Wedesign our educational approach to ensure that students develop the skillsnecessary to thrive in their personal growth journey, offering them anexperience of learning excellence.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are agrowing community of 100+ schools in 21 countries, in Europe, North America,Latin America, Asia and the Middle East, serving more than 100,000 students.Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is tocreate an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

About the role

As HR Coordinator atFlorence Bilingual School, you will play a pivotal role in supporting ourpeople and ensuring the smooth and compliant operation of all HR processes. Reporting to the Business Manager, you will provide proactive HR support to theSchool Leadership Team (SLT) and staff across the full employee lifecycle, fromrecruitment, onboarding, and payroll coordination to compliance, employeerelations, and HR administration.

You will work closely with colleaguesacross the school and wider Cognita network, ensuring HR practices align withItalian labour law and Cognita standards. With around 100 employees on site,this is a hands-on role that requires excellent organisation, stronginterpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities withprofessionalism and care.

This is a permanent, full-time, term-time only role (38 hours per week acrossfive days), with flexibility in working hours. The postholder will also worktwo additional days during the summer break to support key HR processes.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a highlyorganised and proactive HR professional with a genuine passion for supportingpeople and creating a positive workplace culture.

We are seeking a qualified HR professional with at least two years of experience in a similar role, ideally within a multinational or educational environment. You should hold a relevant degree (e.g., Labour Relations, Psychology, or Law) and have a solid understanding of Italian labour regulations. Fluency in both Italian and English is essential. The ideal candidate is proactive, empathetic, and highly organised, with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to confidentiality. Experience with the ANINSEI contract is a plus.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone whoenjoys variety and autonomy, and who takes pride in providing exceptional HRsupport within a vibrant and supportive school community.

To view our full Role Profile, please click here.

Benefits at Cognita

• Permanent full-time contract
• Free lunch provided during Term Time
• Professional Development
• Additional holidays across Christmas and Easter

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date: 09/11/2025

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating allemployees with dignity and respect regardless of background.